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All Pro Design Build, Inc.
5.0(
6
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Serving Fort Myers, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

ALL PRO is a design-build firm that customizes “Sanctuary Level” homes and buildings for families and businesses of all sizes, with over 40 years combined experience in:\n\n* Coastal Construction\n* Full-Service Custom Home Building\n* Semi-Custom-Expidited Home Building\n* Renovations for Modern-Day Living Requirements\n* Architectural and Interior Design + Professional Organizing\n* Proven Hurricane-Proof and Lightening/Surge Storm Protection\n* EMF Mitigation, Clean Energy Tec, Smart Home Energy Efficiency\n* NFIP/FEMA Compliant Elevated Homes for Coastal Flood Protection\nAll Pro’s team of talented professionals are known for their ability to create well-crafted, transformative buildings that set the standards for design/build practices in the 21st Century, all the while addressing the long-term well-being requirements of their homeowner and business clients.

Windsor Custom
FC Custom Home
FC Custom Home
Custom Rustic Lodge
Custom Rustic Lodge

+74

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Strange & Strange Construction Inc
5.0(
18
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Serving Fort Myers, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Allen and his team were very professional and responsible from the beginning of the project to the end of it. They performed an amazing job installing the wood floor for our Master bedroom. They exceeded our expectations and we’re really happy with the final result."
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+67

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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John Chinnici Painting/Plus
4.4(
76
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Serving Fort Myers, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He called me as soon as I purchased the deal and came out for an assessment. John did a great job. I had a significant amount damage, it was a big drywall job. I hired him additionally to prim, paint, and do trim work. John was quick and clean."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Regalbuto Contractors LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Fort Myers, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Neeko called me back quickly after looking for a wallpaper installer on a time crunch with a quick install. He came out the day he called and within a week we had our wallpaper installed and ready to go before the parade of homes! I will continue to use him in my design business!"
Countertop Reglazing
Countertop Reglazing
Countertop Reglazing
Countertop Reglazing
Countertop Reglazing

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BW Development
5.0(
4
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Serving Fort Myers, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"wonderful from the beginning to the end he was wonderful to work with and he help me to choose the crown molding and he use his vehicle. He painted it and brought it with a man when time to install it and they installed it all, clean up after themselves. He was reasonable as far as the price concern I was so vey happy and He was a nice man, conscientious and I will hire him again in a heartbeat."
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+49

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jacksons Custom Builders Inc.
4.2(
44
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Serving Fort Myers, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This team was excellent in remodeling our master bath. We have several projects planned for our house, and have now contracted with them for another one. Ryan, the main business leader, is thoughtful and patient in discussing details of a job, showing hundreds of photos and bringing many samples until each selection is finalized. Once contracted, he communicated the ongoing plan regularly and let us know when they would be around each day. Stayed on schedule, kept it neat and clean, and the final result was just what we'd hoped for. Highly recommend."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Cross Renovation
Sherwood Kitchen Renovation
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+67

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Fort Myers, FL

Finishing a basement turns unused square footage into livable space and returns up to 70% of what you spend when you sell your home. Beyond that resale boost, you gain a playroom, home office, or guest suite you can start enjoying right away. That mix of daily comfort and solid return on investment (ROI) makes basement finishing one of the smartest upgrades you can tackle.

In some parts of the country—especially lots on swamps, high water tables, or other wetlands—local codes prohibit basements. Saturated soil puts constant pressure on foundation walls and lets water seep in faster than any sump pump can handle. 

If your property sits on waterlogged ground, building on a slab or crawl space is often safer, more affordable, and code-compliant.

Most basements wrap up in four to eight weeks. Framing takes three to five days, with electrical and plumbing rough-ins following over the next week. Add five days for drywall, two to three for flooring, and another week for paint, trim, and punch-list items. 

Delays can happen if materials run late or your contractor’s calendar is packed, so build in a little cushion when you plan.

Whether a finished basement counts toward your home’s official square footage depends on local rules. Many areas only include below-grade space if it has code-approved egress, fully finished walls, ceilings, and floors, plus consistent heating. 

Check with your local assessor or building department before you start; meeting those standards can affect taxes, appraisals, and resale value.

Building codes require a checklist: dedicated heat and electrical service, a code-approved stairway, and at least one egress window or exterior door. Walls, ceilings, and floors must be fully finished and meet insulation, ventilation, and fire-separation standards. If you add a bedroom, you’ll also need a closet, proper clearances, and safe exits. If you change the layout later, be ready to update the space so every new room still meets today’s code.

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